It's fair, and indeed necessary, to question how the police operate, especially after the tragic deaths caused by a stampede in a high-tech city like Bangalore. It makes one wonder if IPS officers are even taught crowd management during their training.

In the serene valleys of Kashmir, where the Rivers whisper tales of resilience, a heartfelt demand is gaining momentum: the construction of a grand temple dedicated to Maa Sindoori in Pahalgam. This proposed temple will seek to immortalise the sacrifice of 26 Indian citizens who laid down their lives in a heart-wrenching incident that shook the nation.

On May 12 evening, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a 30-minute televised address, presented a clear and resolute vision and operational strategy against terrorism. His speech was not only inspiring but also reflected his unwavering commitment to national security. Modi spoke of concrete steps and a strategic approach to eradicate terrorism from its roots, instilling confidence among citizens. 

In the dark skies, a new kind of warrior awakened. It did not roar like a fighter jet or flash like a missile. It listened. It calculated. It struck. This invisible shield, Akashteer, is no longer a concept confined to defence journals. It is the sharp edge of India’s air defence, the unseen wall that stopped a barrage of missiles and drones on the night of May 9th and 10th, when Pakistan launched its deadliest attack on Indian military and civilian areas.

In an age of multi-domain warfare, where threats evolve faster than borders shift, India's national security architecture has demonstrated the strength of jointness and strategic foresight. Operation SINDOOR, initiated on May 7 in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 innocent civilians, showcased a calibrated, tri-services response that embodied precision, professionalism, and purpose.

On April 22, terror struck Pahalgam. Pakistan-backed attackers stormed a village, asked people their religion, and killed them, resulting in 26 deaths. A clear attempt to incite communal violence, this marked a shift from cross-border attacks to dividing India from within.